Address: 2900 Woodridge Dr
Suite 300
| Houston, TX
77087
Rating: 4.50
(64 reviews)
Insurances:
AmeriGroup,
Medicaid,
Molina Healthcare,
UnitedHealthcare,
Ages Served:
0 to 21 years
Care Settings:
In-clinic,
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About Winter Pediatric Therapy - Gulfgate Area
Winter Pediatric Therapy Centers have been offering premier pediatric rehabilitation services to the children of Houston and surrounding areas for over 15 years. Our dedicated, compassionate staff of speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists will identify and address your child’s individual needs in a safe and fun environment, inspiring them to soar to new heights.
Please note that without member information we cannot guarantee that
your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care
provider before beginning services.
AmeriGroup
Medicaid
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
2900 Woodridge Dr
Suite 300,TX,77087
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(713) 741-5800
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We love Winter Pediatric Specifically our therapist Maritza who my son sees for speechlanguage therapy. Within 4 months of sessions I have seen a drastic improvement in my sons speech. Maritza is very kind patient and knowledgeable and also provides resources for us at home. Receptionists are also very kind and welcoming. Special thanks to my cousin who recommended them forever thankful with these professionals
Erika Jay
17 March 2024
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Ana Medina is a great therapist She is very patient and gives great advice. My daughter felt comfortable and was excited to see her every time. The admin team was great as well. Korina was very helpful when we had to reschedule any appointments and is very loving with all the patients.
evelyn gomez
17 March 2024
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Winter Pediatric Therapy is a good place for my granddaughters therapies. My granddaughters PT Therapist Jessica is so good with her so patient and kind. Annie my granddaughters OT therapist is also good with her patient and kind. So informative on her progress and gives us way that we can help her progress along. I would recommend them.
Sandra Thompson
17 March 2024
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If I could give more stars I would. Winter Pediatric Therapy and her staff like Carla Romero Melissa Downs Nancy Oicata and Mariselle have been essential in helping me find my sons voice they are a blessing. Their dedication love and patience are beyond belief. They go the extra mile their advice and tips are pearls of knowledge that stay with us and always accompany us.My child is treated with love respect and dedication. From being a boy who didnt want to go to therapy he is now a boy who LOVES therapy. Thank you for your work and dedication.
Aida Ramos
17 March 2024
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Ana Medina referred me here to do physical therapy shadowing and I absolutely loved it.They got back to me very fast and during shadowing they made sure to explain everything they were doing with the patients. The entire physical therapy department is kind and extremely knowledgeable about the patients and their necessary treatments. I learned so much from them and had a great time Id definitely here for peds shadowing whether it be for speech OT or PT.
Luna Delgado
17 March 2024
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Im being coming here for almost 3 years and so far its been awesome all Leo 3 therapists are so lovely and friendly JessicaTereand Margot are so lovely of course everyone that I had meet thank you for been so kind and caring
Angie Escalante
17 March 2024
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Ms. Ana is the best therapist . She has help my little brother a lot with speaking and learning to say things. I will recommend her to anyone.
Samy Turrubiartes
17 March 2024
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Annie in OT she is wonderful always guiding me and helping my son in every way possible to achieve his goals. She is patient and alway giving us tips on things.
yolanda delgado
17 March 2024
google review
I have years to come with my son and have seen great changes in the super recommended all the therapists well proven and like the staff thank you very much for helping a lot of son
MAYTE PENA
17 March 2024
google review
Im very happy with this clinic and the team that I have for my kids Carolina Claudia Devin Drew and Sean. Sometimes for personal reasons I have thinking about moving but my biggest concern is that I dont want to lose them they are doing a wonderful job with my kids It feels like they really care about them. Also the rest of the therapists that have worked with them when someone in their team is not available have been very sweet and professional and of course I have to mention the ladies in front desk who are always very friendly and ready to help you whenever you need.En esta clinica se habla Espaol lo cual es genial para las personas como yo que no tenemos buen dominio de otro idioma.En general estoy muy satisfecha y agradecida con todo el equipo de Winter pediatrics.
Nicole Hernandez
25 February 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children since many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they might need to work on communication skills like:
responding to questions
starting or ending conversation
changing conversation topics
using gestures like pointing
understanding other people's body language
Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. There is a critical period in the brain for language development and so, it's really important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals.
It might be obvious when a child struggles with speaking —they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don't speak at all.
Spot speech and language delays like a doctor here.
The goal of speech therapy is to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments. This may take the form of using gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Some other common things speech therapists can help with:
Nonverbal skills, such as signs or gestures
Forming speech in a clearer way
Communicating thoughts and feelings clearly
Understanding and responding to questions
Discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions
Noticing and understanding body language
Feeding and swallowing
Stuttering
The occupational therapy process includes an OT evaluation before care starts. Here are the four steps your family can expect when starting occupational therapy:
Complete OT evaluation. An occupational therapist first identifies your child’s strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about your child’s skills, and your child will most likely demonstrate their skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a few hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your child’s needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with your child and your family, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon a child’s strengths. Some exercises your child might participate in are animal walks, obstacle courses, and therapy swing activities. Your family may learn strategies for supporting your child’s individualized needs at home, such as ways of supporting emotional regulation and sensory processing. The therapist may also recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help your child succeed.
Monitor your child’s progress. Parents and caregivers can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure the child is achieving their short and long-term goals.
Occupational therapy can also be provided virtually via telemedicine. Virtual therapy is a great option for families in rural areas who may not have access to in-person services, or for families who prefer to have therapy in their child’s home.
Virtual OT allows the opportunity for increased caregiver participation and understanding of a child’s strengths, areas of improvement, and generalization of skills in the child’s home environment. Virtual therapy also provides increased opportunities for caregiver and family education to support the child and the family based on each family’s needs.
Once you find a quality physical therapist you want to work with, here are a few things you need to know:
There will be an evaluation. First, you can expect an assessment to identify your child’s areas of strength and needs. A physical therapy evaluation usually lasts 30 minutes.
You’ll review and approve the care plan. The physical therapist will create a care plan, also known as a plan of care (POC), outlining the goals and strategies. They will review this with you and your care team before moving forward with therapy sessions.
Physical therapy sessions will be fun. PT with children is designed to be enjoyable. The therapist will use strategies and exercises based on your child’s needs. Exercises might involve playing on large stability balls, obstacle courses, movement equipment, stretches, and other hands-on activities.
Expect home exercises. Physical therapists commonly assign exercises to work on at home. Doing these exercises with your child outside therapy sessions can improve your child’s overall progress.
Yes! Most providers offer physical therapy in their offices or a clinical setting, but many are offering at-home options. Virtual options have become more popular in recent years. You might facilitate care with the guidance of the physical therapist.
Pediatric physical therapy is considered safe and should not hurt. Autistic children spend their time in PT moving and exploring their environment. If you are concerned about your child experiencing pain during certain exercises, especially if they may struggle to communicate and advocate for modifications, speak with their physical therapist about your concerns.
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